Urea, Solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Hazardous decomposition products may be formed under fire conditions. Avoid contamination with sodium or calcium hypochlorite. See Section 10 for more information on Chemical Incompatibilities. If spilled into a waterway, this product can be toxic to aquatic life and may contribute to eutrophication. HMIS: H 1; F 0; R 0; PPE ++ Sec.8

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation (breathing), ingestion (swallowing), eye contact, skin contact TARGET ORGANS: No Target Organ data was found for these products. ACUTE EFFECTS: INHALATION: Inhalation of airborne dust may cause irritation of the respiratory. EYE: Eye contact with material or dust may cause irritation. SKIN: Mild skin irritation can occur on exposure to material or dust. INGESTION: Ingestion may cause irritation of the gastro-intestinal tract, resulting in cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea. Ingestion may also cause mild central nervous system depression suck as drowsiness, slow reflexes, and slurred speech. CARCINOGENICTIY IARC NTPand

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Existing respiratory disorders such as asthma and skin disorders may be aggravated by long-term exposure.

Potential chronic health

No chronic effects are expected Section: FIRST AID MEASURES INHALTION: Remove from area of exposure immediately. Seek medical attention, if irritation persists. EYE CONTACT: Wash eyes immediately and thoroughly. Hold eyelids apart to ensure complete irrigation of all eye and eyelid tissues. Seek medical attention, if irritation persists. SKIN CONTACT: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Seal medical attention, if irritation persists. INGESTION: Drink large amount of water, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. Section: 5 FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA